MISSION NAME
Solar Mesosphere Explorer
Status
Success
DATE
6 OCT 1981
LAUNCH PROVIDER
United States Air Force
Launch Pad
Space Launch Complex 2W
Description
Scientific satellite dedicated to research related to the Earth's ozone layer
Delta 2310
Rocket Description
The Delta 2000 series was an American expendable launch system which was used to conduct forty-four orbital launches between 1974 and 1981. It was a member of the Delta family of rockets. Several variants existed, which were differentiated by a four digit numerical code.